Explains what ecology is, shows how living things are classified, and looks at the environments in which they live.

Discover how the ocean changes as it goes deeper, how deep sea animals survive in harsh environments, and more.

Explains what geology is, shows how the Earth itself and rocks change, and looks at how geologists study the polar regions and outer space.

Introduces unique natural formations in the United States, including the Great Lakes, the Colorado Plateau, and the Missouri River.

Discusses the devastating hurricane that hit the East Coast in 2012 and how people are working to rebuild and recover after this devastation.

"This book explains how grains are grown, harvested, and processed. It also explores the debate around genetically modified crops"--

Provides information about the Oregon Trail, the most important pioneer route to the American West in the 1800s.

In which state is Washington, D.C., located? The U.S. capital city is not part of any state. It's a special district run by the U.S. government. Inside [this book] you'll find: how the local government works in Washington, D.C.; a timeline, photos -- and what city life is like in the nation's capital; surprising TRUE facts that will shock and amaze you!--Back cover.

Provides details about life in the West, including what it was like to go to school in the West more than 100 years ago and the challenges of living with grasshoppers.